Maryland § 17-301
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 17-301, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17-301.
(a) For purposes of this subtitle:
(1) An action by an agent or other representative of an apparent owner, other than a holder acting as the apparent owner’s agent, is presumed to be an action on behalf of the apparent owner; and
(2) A communication with an apparent owner by a person other than the holder or the holder’s representative is not an indication of apparent owner interest in property unless a record of the communication evidences the apparent owner’s knowledge of a right to the property.
(b) When determining the address of an apparent owner under this subtitle:
(1) (i) The last known address of an apparent owner includes any description, code, or other indication of the location of the apparent owner that identifies a state; and
(ii) An indication of the location of the apparent owner that identifies a state does not need to be sufficient to direct the delivery of first–class mail to the apparent owner;
(2) This State is deemed to be the state of the last known address of the apparent owner if:
(i) The postal zip code associated with the apparent owner is for a post office located in this State; and
(ii) There are no other records associated with the apparent owner that specifically identify the physical address of the apparent owner to be in another state;
(3) Another state is deemed to be the state of the last known address of the apparent owner if:
(i) The postal zip code associated with the apparent owner is for a post office located outside this State; and
(ii) There are no other records associated with the apparent owner that specifically identify the physical address of the apparent owner to be in this State; and
(4) The address of the apparent owner of a life or endowment insurance policy or annuity contract or its proceeds is presumed to be the address of the insured or annuitant if:
(i) A person other than the insured or annuitant is entitled to the amount owed under the policy or contract; and
(ii) The address of the person entitled to the amount owed under the policy or contract is:
1. Not known by the insurance company; and
2. Cannot be determined under § 17–301.1(d) of this subtitle.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 17-301
What does Maryland Code § 17-301 cover?
Section 17-301 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 17-301?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 17-301 apply to my situation?
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